HIGHPOWER SERVOPROP 25
£61,000
New large electric saildrive. Reliable and extremely quiet 48V electric solution from Finland, designed for yachts from 45ft-70ft. The pitch of the propeller can be adjusted and the pod rotated 360° to maximise efficiency for both propulsion and electricity generation, with the system able to return up to 5kW of power when the yacht is sailing at 10 knots. The DAME jury noted how the designers have clearly put a lot of thought into reducing installation and maintenance times.
ZHIK SEABOOT 700
£349
Extremely comfortable, flexible and lightweight new boots from Australian company, Zhik, who collaborated closely with tyre specialist Michelin on the design of the sole and formulation of the rubber materials used. The DAME jury considered the result to be a clear step forward for waterproof and breathable footwear that sailors may need to wear for many hours, even
